This bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 471.9996, by changing the language regarding rent control prohibitions for statutory and home rule charter cities, counties, and towns. The bill establishes a clear prohibition against these entities adopting or renewing any laws to control rents on private residential property, removing the previous exception that allowed for such control under certain conditions. Specifically, the language "except as provided in subdivision 2" has been deleted, indicating that the previous exceptions are no longer applicable. Additionally, the bill repeals Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 471.9996, subdivision 2, which previously outlined conditions under which local governments could control rents if approved by a general election. The repeal of this subdivision eliminates the ability for cities, counties, or towns to enact rent control measures through voter approval, thereby reinforcing the prohibition established in subdivision 1. Overall, the bill aims to strengthen the prohibition against rent control in Minnesota.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 471.9996